Some GOP senators reluctant on Gabbard for spy chief, sources say
In a statement, Trump transition spokesperson Alexa Henning noted that no Republican senator has publicly said they would vote against Gabbard. Read more
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Gov. Green’s budget keeps ‘rainy day fund’ at $1.5 billion
Green previously told the Honolulu Star-Advertiser that the state needs $100 million to $200 million annually to adapt to climate change and better protect the islands from another fire like the fatal one in 2023 that decimated Lahaina, which continues to recover. Read more
Maui is poised for $1.6B in federal funding to rebuild Lahaina
With Congress scheduled to adjourn Friday, the U.S. House likely will take up the bill this week before sending it back to the Senate, Schatz said. Read more
Tech View: Wide variety of holiday movies on traditional TV, streaming
Here in Hawaii, Christmas is usually warm and bright — and we wouldn’t have it any other way. Read more
Kokua Line: Why must people wait in sun, rain for airport pickup?
Why is there no canopy over the Uber and Lyft ride pickup median at the Honolulu airport? Read more
2 killed in plane crash near Honolulu airport
State Department of Transportation officials said the pilot did all he could to avoid hurting anyone on the ground. Read more
On the Move: Delina Ortiz
Ortiz is licensed in property and casualty as well as life and health. Read more
Gov. Josh Green’s state budget accounts for tax cuts, fire settlement
A major unknown is if the Hawaii Supreme Court rules in favor of lawyers representing insurance companies opposed to terms of the Maui settlement. Read more
Achilles tang fishing ban off West Hawaii extended
The Achilles tang was once plentiful in West Hawaii waters, but its populations have sharply declined over the past two decades because of extensive exploitation by the commercial aquarium industry. Read more
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Hawaii island man sentenced to 10 years for drugs, firearms
Hilo Circuit Judge Henry Nakamoto sentenced Seth Allen Spidell to concurrent terms for five felony charges. Read more
On the Move: Dec. 17
Anthology Finn Partners has announced the following promotions and new hire. Read more
Pohoiki Bay dredging projected to begin in February
The boat ramp — the ocean access for boaters in Puna — was rendered unusable in 2018 when lava from Kilauea’s Lower East Rift Zone eruption raised a sandbar in front of the ramp. Read more
Gabbard shows ‘momentum’ on Capitol Hill
Despite mostly partisan concern over an apparent closeness to ousted Syrian President Bashar Assad and what critics say is a tendency to repeat Kremlin propaganda, it seems former U.S. Rep. Tulsi Gabbard has found a warm reception on Capitol Hill. Read more
Hannah Kobayashi says she was unaware of media coverage
A missing Hawaii woman returned to the United States on Sunday, and the Los Angeles Police Department closed the missing-person case that sparked global interest in her shady disappearance. Read more
Report calls for inclusive recovery for Filipino survivors of Lahaina fire
A comprehensive report by Maui grassroots organization Tagnawa and the Hawai‘i Workers Center highlights the deep disparities, resilience and urgent needs of Filipino survivors of the Aug. 8, 2023, Lahaina fires. Read more
UH partnership will target disparities in cancer outcomes
Ka ‘Umeke Lama, which translates into Bowl of Enlightenment, was created to address the challenges that Hawaii and the U.S. Affiliated Pacific Islands face in providing comprehensive care. Read more
High school students get taste of the Supreme Court in action
Nearly 400 students from Aiea, Leilehua, McKinley Mililani, Radford and Waipahu high schools packed the stands Tuesday at the Mililani High School gymnasium to witness a powerful “visiting team” in action. Read more
Community groups rally support for families this holiday season
As the holiday season unfolds, nonprofits and local organizations across Hawaii are ramping up efforts to support those most in need. From rebuilding homes destroyed in the devastating Aug. 8, 2023, Maui wildfires to providing critical health care services for children, these initiatives reflect the community’s response during this time of need. Read more
OHA Chair Kahele uses relationships to aid Native Hawaiians
Kai Kahele — a former state senator, U.S. representative and unsuccessful candidate for governor in 2022 — was elected chair of the state Office of Hawaiian Affairs barely an hour after he was sworn in for his freshman term as an OHA trustee. Read more
Kona man among Vietnam War ‘Dustoff’ crew awarded congressional medal
This gold medal recognizes the pilots, crew chiefs and medics who “served honorably during the Vietnam War aboard helicopter air ambulances.” Read more
Vital Statistics: Dec. 6-12, 2024
Each week, the Honolulu Star-Advertiser publishes Oahu statistics for marriage licenses and birth certificates filed with the state Department of Health’s Vital Statistics System. Read more
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